1976 Honda Accord vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 36 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1976 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 460 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 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 2012 Porsche Cayman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Honda Accord | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
