2009 Porsche Boxster vs. 1984 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (47 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Starlet.
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 (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Starlet. (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Starlet. 2009 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1984 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1984 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche Boxster | 1984 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Boxster | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
