1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 911 weights approximately 495 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Porsche 911 | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
