2000 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1992 Porsche 965
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 965 (317 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. (300 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet SSR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 685 kg more than 1992 Porsche 965.
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, 2000 Chevrolet SSR (481 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 965. (459 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 965. 2000 Chevrolet SSR has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 965 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 965 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet SSR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet SSR | 1992 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | SSR | 965 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 3297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
