1991 Porsche 965 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (162 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 184 kg more than 1991 Porsche 965.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 965 (459 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. (250 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 965 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3250 mm |
