1990 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 15 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 397 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 911 | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
