1996 Honda Today vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 625 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Today | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Today | Boxster |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1801 mm |