2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 409 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | HR-V | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
