1973 Porsche 914 vs. 1987 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1987 Toyota Camry is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Camry weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Camry, 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, 1987 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Porsche 914 | 1987 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 914 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
