1988 Porsche 928 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1988 Porsche 928 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (115 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Porsche 928 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 928 | Celica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |