1991 Porsche 968 vs. 2003 Honda Life
To start off, 2003 Honda Life is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2003 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Life. 2003 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 968 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 968 | 2003 Honda Life | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 968 | Life |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 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 | 1400 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
