1988 Holden Commodore vs. 2003 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2003 Porsche Boxster is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Boxster (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1988 Holden Commodore. (164 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Holden Commodore.
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, 1988 Holden Commodore (324 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 2003 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Holden | Porsche |
| Model | Commodore | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5044 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
