1991 Porsche 964 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1991 Porsche 964 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 964 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 964 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 964 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
