1990 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Vitz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 321 kg more than 1999 Toyota Vitz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Vitz. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
