1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (342 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 993 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
