1999 Honda Z vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 1999 Honda Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Z 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | 968 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 74 L |
