2010 Porsche Boxster vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 466 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 1983 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2010 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Porsche Boxster | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Porsche | Toyota |
Model | Boxster | Corolla |
Year Released | 2010 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1351 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2410 mm |