1986 Porsche 928 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (288 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (122 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1986 Porsche 928 (410 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 928 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 928 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
