1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (108 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 236 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 914 (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
