2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 540 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 1985 Porsche 911 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 1985 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo, 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Aveo | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
