2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Santana would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP) has 386 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
| Make | Porsche | Volkswagen |
| Model | 911 | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
