1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 290 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2002 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 2002 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight, 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2360 mm |
