1998 Porsche Boxster vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (140 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 194 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Porsche Boxster | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Corona |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1858 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |