1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1979 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
