1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 565 kg more than 1997 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Porsche 911 | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 537 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1960 mm |