1992 Porsche 965 vs. 1975 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1992 Porsche 965 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1975 Toyota Celica. 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, 1992 Porsche 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Porsche 965 | 1975 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 965 | Celica |
Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |