1978 Porsche 911 vs. 2000 Honda Passport
To start off, 2000 Honda Passport is newer by 22 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Passport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Honda Passport. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Passport.
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, 2000 Honda Passport, 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) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Passport. (256 Nm). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Passport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 911 | 2000 Honda Passport | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Passport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
