1993 Porsche 964 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 515 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 964 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
Model | 964 | Frontera |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |