1990 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Ford Mustang. 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 1990 Ford Mustang. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Mustang | Boxter |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2475 mm |