2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 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 @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 671 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. 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 1985 Porsche 944. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Pilot | 944 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |