1994 Toyota Starlet vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1994 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Starlet. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Toyota Starlet | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Starlet | 911 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
