1978 Porsche 924 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Toyota Carina is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Porsche 924 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Porsche 924 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 924 | Carina |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |