1991 Porsche 968 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Crown. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1987 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 968 | Crown |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
