2001 Porsche 996 vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (318 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Porsche 996 | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 996 | Starlet |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 318 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |