1973 Porsche 911 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 911 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
