2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT 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 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 537 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 495 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Carrera GT | Corolla |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 591 Nm | 105 Nm |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |