1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 103 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Nova | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2416 mm |
