2007 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu YRV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu YRV | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | YRV | 912 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2280 mm |
