1981 Porsche 930 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (159 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 113 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 1981 Porsche 930 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 1981 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica, 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, 1981 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Porsche 930 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 930 | Celica |
Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1413 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |