1993 Porsche Boxster vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 632 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Porsche Boxster | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | Boxster | Quest |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1854 mm |
