1976 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne

To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1976 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (370 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Honda Accord 2010 Porsche Cayenne
Make Honda Porsche
Model Accord Cayenne
Year Released 1976 2010
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 80 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 2160 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4798 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1699 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2855 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 100 L