1996 Porsche 993 vs. 1990 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1996 Porsche 993 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 993 (283 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 993 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1990 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Starlet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 993 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, 1996 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Porsche 993 | 1990 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
