2009 Porsche Cayman vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 350 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Cayman | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Cayman | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3385 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2640 mm |
