1978 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1982 Toyota Camry is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (185 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 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 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (265 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 911 | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Camry |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |