1983 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 304 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1993 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Toronado | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |
