1968 Porsche 911 vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1987 Toyota Celica is newer by 19 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1968 Porsche 911. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1968 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 Porsche 911. 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, 1987 Toyota Celica, 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Porsche 911. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Porsche 911 | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Celica |
Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |