2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (376 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (385 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 1985 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
