2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
