1978 Porsche 911 vs. 1999 Honda Capa
To start off, 1999 Honda Capa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1999 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 911 weights approximately 99 kg more than 1999 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Capa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Porsche 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 911 | 1999 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Capa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
