1992 Porsche 965 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza is newer by 20 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 135 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 241 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 965. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 965 (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza. 2012 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 965 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 965 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3297 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2776 mm |
