2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1992 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1992 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 979 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | SSR | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
