2001 Porsche 996 vs. 1985 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Crown 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 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1985 Toyota Crown. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 1985 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 996 | Crown |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
