1984 Porsche 930 vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
Because 1984 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 1984 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (325 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Porsche 930 | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 930 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
