2001 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Crown. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1984 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Crown. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 911 | 1984 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
