1997 Honda Today vs. 1988 Porsche 928
To start off, 1997 Honda Today is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1997 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 928 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1997 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Today | 1988 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Today | 928 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
