1982 Porsche 944 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Porsche 944 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 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 944 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 944 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 944 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 151 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
