1983 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Toyota Celica | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Celica | Cayman |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |