1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1983 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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, 1983 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Celica weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1983 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 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 | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
