1981 Nissan Skyline vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 306 kg more than 1981 Nissan Skyline. 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Skyline | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Skyline | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2416 mm |
