1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 656 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Odyssey | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Odyssey | 930 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |