1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang 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 49 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 98 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang. 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Boxster |
Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |