1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 248 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. 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 (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1600 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Lada | Porsche |
Model | 1600 | Boxster |
Year Released | 1978 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 64 L |