1998 Honda Today vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Porsche 911 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Today | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Today | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 655 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |