2005 Holden Vectra vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Holden Vectra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Holden Vectra. (146 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Holden Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Vectra | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
