1992 Porsche 968 vs. 1980 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1992 Porsche 968 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corolla. 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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 1980 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 968 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 50 L |
