1993 Porsche 993 vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1993 Porsche 993 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 993 | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 993 | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |
