1995 Ford Escort vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Escort would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Ford Escort. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Escort. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Ford | Porsche |
| Model | Escort | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1281 mm |
