2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1978 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,687 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 180 kg more than 1978 Toyota Crown. 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 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1978 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Crown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
