1978 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (250 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (309 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2280 mm |
