2008 Opel Vivaro vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 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 1980 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro, 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 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vivaro | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vivaro | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
