2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,901 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (252 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (215 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Porsche Boxster | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |