1982 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP) has 146 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. (145 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion.
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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Starion | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Starion | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
