2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 509 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 180 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Carrera GT | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 591 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2510 mm |
