1992 Porsche 968 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 15 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 80 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 399 kg more than 1992 Porsche 968.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 968 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 968 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 80 L |
