2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 85 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Porsche Boxster (271 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
