1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Celica. (123 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 928 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 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica, 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 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Celica. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 928 | Celica |
Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |