2007 Opel Vectra vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 250 kg more than 1980 Porsche 930.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 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 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra, 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vectra. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Opel | Porsche |
Model | Vectra | 930 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 74.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |