2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 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 19 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (221 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2003 Honda Pilot.
Because 1985 Porsche 944 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 944. 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Pilot. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1985 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1985 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Pilot | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Pilot | 944 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |