1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (362 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
