2007 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 571 kg more than 1982 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Porsche 911 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 409 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
