1975 Porsche 930 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara, 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Porsche 930 | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 930 | Solara |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |