1986 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 414 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Because 1986 Porsche 928 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 1986 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot, 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Porsche 928 | 2012 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | 928 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 79 L |