1991 Porsche 928 vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2001 Toyota Solara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 928 (345 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 928 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 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 1991 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Solara, 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, 1991 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 928 | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 928 | Solara |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5397 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
