2012 Porsche Cayenne vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (245 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 980 kg more than 1985 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Celica. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Porsche Cayenne | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Cayenne | Celica |
Year Released | 2012 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 120 HP |
Torque | 550 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4846 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1939 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1705 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2896 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 75 L |