1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 (520 HP) has 454 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 110 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Toyota Cressida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (685 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 685 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
