2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 1971 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Skoda 110 L would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1971 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 545 kg more than 1971 Skoda 110 L. 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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 1971 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Porsche | Skoda |
| Model | Boxster | 110 L |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 31 L |
