1996 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 387 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Carina. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1982 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Carina. (106 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Porsche 911 | 1982 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 57 HP |
Torque | 584 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |