2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 869 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Pilot | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Pilot | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 61 L |
