2000 Honda Z vs. 1989 Porsche 944
To start off, 2000 Honda Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 944 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2000 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 944 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1989 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Z | 1989 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Z | 944 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
