1998 Porsche 993 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina 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 172 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 1977 Toyota Carina. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 993 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 993 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
