1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (424 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1978 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Tercel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (530 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Tercel. (102 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 911 | 1978 Toyota Tercel | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Tercel |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |