1981 Porsche 928 vs. 1985 Toyota Model F
To start off, 1985 Toyota Model F is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 928 | 1985 Toyota Model F | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 928 | Model F |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4472 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 356 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |