2008 Honda Stream vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 99 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 1989 Porsche 911 (317 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Stream | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 77 L |
