1985 Subaru XT vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru XT would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1985 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 220 kg more than 1985 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru XT. (198 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru XT | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Subaru | Porsche |
| Model | XT | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2475 mm |
