2003 Porsche Boxster vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 474 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. 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 (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Boxster | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2490 mm |
