1964 Porsche 904 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Toyota Corolla is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 1,966 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Porsche 904 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 286 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Because 1964 Porsche 904 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 1964 Porsche 904. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1964 Porsche 904 (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1964 Porsche 904 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Porsche 904 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 904 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
