2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 560 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
