1996 Honda Today vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 928 (238 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 928 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1981 Porsche 928 (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Today | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Today | 928 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 356 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
