1987 Porsche 959 vs. 1998 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1998 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (189 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 255 kg more than 1987 Porsche 959.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 will offer significantly more control. 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 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Sienna. (279 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Sienna. 1998 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1987 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1987 Porsche 959 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 959 | 1998 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 959 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2910 mm |
