1992 Porsche 968 vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 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 @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Porsche 968 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 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 968 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
