2002 Honda Life vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 930 weights approximately 440 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 1985 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 1985 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 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 1985 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1985 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 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Life | 930 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
