2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (98 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 1983 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
