1978 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 804 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
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 | 443 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |