2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 473 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 60 L |
