2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | 911 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 71 mm |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
