2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 154 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot, 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | 914 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 61 L |
