2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 794 kg more than 1990 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 911. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1990 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1990 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Honda Odyssey | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Odyssey | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2280 mm |