1980 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 293 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 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 1980 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 911 | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
