1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2005 Porsche 911

To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1975 Toyota Corona 2005 Porsche 911
Make Toyota Porsche
Model Corona 911
Year Released 1975 2005
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1587 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 84 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 135 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2360 mm


 

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