1993 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster

To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet S-10 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Porsche Boxster.

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, 1993 Chevrolet S-10 (319 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche Boxster. (308 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche Boxster.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Chevrolet S-10 1993 Porsche Boxster
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model S-10 Boxster
Year Released 1993 1993
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4300 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 187 HP 247 HP
Torque 319 Nm 308 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1250 mm


 

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