1985 Porsche 930 vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Because 1985 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 1985 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 930 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 930 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |