1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 300 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 1000 | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2360 mm |
