1997 Porsche 993 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 993 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 993 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2590 mm |
