2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 546 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | Carrera GT | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
