1992 Chrysler ES vs. 1992 Porsche 911

To start off, both 1992 Chrysler ES and 1992 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (1992). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1992 Chrysler ES. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chrysler ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Chrysler ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Porsche 911 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 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler ES, 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chrysler ES. (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chrysler ES.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chrysler ES 1992 Porsche 911
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model ES 911
Year Released 1992 1992
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2213 cc 3594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 94 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5550 RPM
Torque 166 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 100 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 76.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.1:1 7.5:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1145 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2270 mm


 

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