1993 Porsche 964 vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1993 Porsche 964 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina 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) has 194 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 964 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 1984 Toyota Carina. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Carina. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche 964 | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 964 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
