1992 Ford Sierra vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1992 Ford Sierra. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Sierra. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Sierra | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Ford | Porsche |
Model | Sierra | Boxster |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2416 mm |