2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 690 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1979 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1979 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Odyssey | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Odyssey | 930 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |