1988 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (246 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 70 kg more than 1988 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 911 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
