2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 1984 Toyota Starlet. 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 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (75 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 307 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2310 mm |
