1973 Porsche 914 vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 23 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 790 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Porsche 914 | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 914 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1679 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1960 mm |