1995 Opel Astra vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (493 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (649 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Astra. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Astra. 2013 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1995 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1995 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Astra | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Astra | 911 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |