2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Astra. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 911 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
