1989 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Toyota | Porsche |
Model | Corolla | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 345 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4465 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |