1987 Nissan Cedric vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 42 kg more than 1987 Nissan Cedric. 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Cedric. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Cedric | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Cedric | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
