2005 Opel Agila vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 2005 Opel Agila. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Opel Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 965 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 1994 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila, 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Agila. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Agila | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Agila | 965 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2270 mm |
