1992 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 95 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (162 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Escort | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
