1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
