1975 Porsche 924 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 38 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), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 445 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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Porsche 924 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 924 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
