1986 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 122 kg more than 1986 Porsche 911.
Because 1986 Porsche 911 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 1986 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis, 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, 1986 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 911 | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
