2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (214 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 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 84 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (351 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 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 | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | HR-V | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 214 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
