2008 Opel Astra vs. 1984 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 85 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911.
Because 1984 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 1984 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Astra, 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, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 1984 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Astra | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
