1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2480 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |