1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 501 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris, 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Supra | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Supra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 42 L |
