2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 386 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |
