1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Porsche 959. 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 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 1983 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 959 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 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Step Wagon | 959 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |