2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Porsche Boxster (261 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Boxster | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
