1997 Porsche Boxster vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 218 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla, 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, 1997 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche Boxster | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
