1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Porsche 911 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |