2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Porsche 914. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1969 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1969 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Pilot | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | 914 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 61 L |
