1987 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (136 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Corolla | 911 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
