1993 Porsche 964 vs. 1971 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 964 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 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, 1993 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 964 | 1971 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 964 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 46 L |
