1969 Porsche 914 vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 130 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 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
