1981 Porsche 944 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 944 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Porsche 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Porsche 944 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 944 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1094 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
