2004 Porsche Boxster vs. 1990 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (236 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Falcon. (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Boxster | 1990 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Porsche | Ford |
| Model | Boxster | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 3157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
