1969 Porsche 914 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Celica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |
