2002 Porsche Boxster vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 240 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Camry, 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Boxster | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2610 mm |
