1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 160 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Porsche Boxster | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Celica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |