1975 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 450 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 1975 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911, 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2013 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. 2013 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Toyota Corona | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Corona | 911 |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1299 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |