2005 Porsche Boxster vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Carina. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Carina. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche Boxster | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
