1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 1998 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1998 Porsche Boxster is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1987 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler Conquest weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Because 1998 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 1998 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Conquest | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2360 mm |
