1984 Audi Quattro vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1984 Audi Quattro. (180 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi Quattro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Audi Quattro weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1984 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Audi Quattro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi Quattro. (251 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi Quattro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi Quattro | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Audi | Porsche |
| Model | Quattro | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
