2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1990 Renault Alpine
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Alpine would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1990 Renault Alpine. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 85 kg more than 1990 Renault Alpine. 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, 1990 Renault Alpine (290 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1990 Renault Alpine | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
