2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (227 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 755 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 911. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Captiva | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
