2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Celica. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Celica. (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 305 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.3 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
