2005 Honda Life vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Honda Life 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 (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 476 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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 Life 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 (205 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Life | 944 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |