2008 Porsche Cayman vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayman is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 148 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche Cayman | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Cayman | Corona |
Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 273 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |