1980 Toyota Corsa vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 750 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Toyota Corsa | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Corsa | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1452 cc | 3596 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
