1977 Porsche 930 vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 930 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life. 1998 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1977 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1977 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Porsche 930 | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | 930 | Life |
Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 257 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |