2002 Honda Life vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 930 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Life | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Life | 930 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |