2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1984 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (237 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 320 kg more than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 1984 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
