1984 Porsche 911 vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1984 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 911 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 911 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1981 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 911 | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
