1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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 (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Ford Meteor | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Meteor | Boxter |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2475 mm |