1984 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Porsche 911. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1984 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 766 kg more than 1984 Porsche 911. 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Porsche 911. 2011 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 911 | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 87 L |
