One of the staples of the Targa segment is the Porsche 911. In the previous model year debuted a brand new version of the 911 with three versions: Turbo, Carrera 2, and Carrera 4. Sales for the 911, especially the 911 Carrera 4, were brisk during 1991 and 1992. The improved vehicle quality and the modern styling were responsible for the boost in sales.

Performance

The 911 Carrera 4 is equipped with a Porsche 3.6 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 12 valves. The engine is mated to a Getrag 5-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Porsche.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 911 has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

The fuel system for the 1991 911 is a traditional Bosch Motronic, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 20.30 gallons.

911 Carrera 4 Statistics

The dimensions of the 911 Carrera 4 are 70.00 inches wide by 168.30 inches long. It sits a comfortable 51.60 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 89.40 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The standard warranty period for the 911 is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the targa market.

The listed retail price in 1991 (MSRP) was $95,000, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a two-door Targa.

Fuel Efficiency

The 1991 911 gets 21 miles/gallon on the highway and only 13 in the city. This is average for a targa car.

In 1990 and 1991 the 911 Carrera 4 was availble in the exterior colors of several colors. Additional options were made available by the factory.

In Summary

There are several reasons why the Porsche 911 Carrera 4 sold well in 1991. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Porsche, specifically a 911.

Tags: 2-Door, Canada market, Carrera 4, Porsche 911, Targa

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