1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1987 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Corolla 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 232 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1987 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1987 Toyota Corolla, 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Corolla. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 1987 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 928 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |