1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux

To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 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 206 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux.

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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Hilux.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Porsche 928 2012 Toyota Hilux
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 928 Hilux
Year Released 1988 2012
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4664 cc 2493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 307 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 1400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.9 mm 93.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 3090 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 80 L


 

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