1997 Honda Life vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Life | 911 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2280 mm |