1995 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 911 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
