1993 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet Corsica and 1993 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 200 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 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 1993 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corsica, 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, 1993 Porsche Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Corsica.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet Corsica 1993 Porsche Boxster
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Corsica Boxster
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2189 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 108 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 308 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1250 mm


 

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