1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1993 Porsche Boxster is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 190 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche Boxster | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Corona |
Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |