2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (325 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | 911 | Celica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3589 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |