1972 Porsche 914 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 17 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Carina weights approximately 70 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.
Because 1972 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 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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, 1989 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Porsche 914 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
