1982 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1982 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1982 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 911 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2360 mm |
