1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 25 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 315 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, 2011 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2416 mm |
