1986 Porsche 944 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1986 Porsche 944 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 944 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 944 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
