1988 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Sierra would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1988 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 340 kg more than 1988 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Sierra. 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 (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Sierra. (122 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Sierra | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Sierra | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2475 mm |
