1979 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1540 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |