1992 Porsche 965 vs. 2004 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 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 190 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 965 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 965 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 965. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Corolla, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 965 | 2004 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 965 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 1785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
