1972 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 911 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Porsche 911 | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2341 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2440 mm |