1995 Porsche 965 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 Porsche 965 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 965 (356 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 965 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 965 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 965 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 356 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2640 mm |
