1982 Porsche 930 vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1989 Toyota Carina is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 930 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 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 1982 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Carina, 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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Porsche 930 | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 930 | Carina |
Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |