1988 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 60 kg more than 1988 Chrysler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1988 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Conquest | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Conquest | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
