1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Carina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 776 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Carina. (146 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1993 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 922 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |
