1987 Porsche 944 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 944 (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 55 kg more than 1987 Porsche 944.
Because 1987 Porsche 944 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 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2004 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 944 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 944 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
