1980 Porsche 911 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 24 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 14 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Camry. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 911 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 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) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Porsche 911 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
