1989 Honda Concerto vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Concerto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Concerto would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1989 Honda Concerto. (129 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Concerto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Honda Concerto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Concerto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Concerto. (142 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Concerto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Concerto | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Concerto | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
