1987 Porsche 924 vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Porsche 924 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 924 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 924 | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 924 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
