1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (131 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 373 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1972 Porsche 911 (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Step Wagon | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |