1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 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 @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 1987 Porsche 924 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 1987 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Porsche 924 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 924 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |