1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (249 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Tercel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 480 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel, 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Tercel. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche Boxster | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2440 mm |
