1970 Holden Torana vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1970 Holden Torana. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 294 kg more than 1970 Holden Torana. 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Holden Torana. (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Torana | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Torana | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3034 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
