1994 Honda Today vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 670 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Today, 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Today | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Today | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
