2002 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1978 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (502 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche 911 | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 775 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 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
