2000 Porsche Boxster vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Porsche Boxster is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Porsche Boxster (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1988 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche Boxster (335 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2000 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Porsche Boxster | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | Boxster | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2040 mm |
