1977 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 420 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Accord | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | Boxter |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2475 mm |