1992 Porsche 964 vs. 1992 Toyota Corolla

To start off, both 1992 Porsche 964 and 1992 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 964 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1992 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Porsche 964 1992 Toyota Corolla
Make Porsche Toyota
Model 964 Corolla
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3600 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 261 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 318 Nm 103 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1205 kg 925 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2440 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 70 L


 

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