1983 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 1995 Porsche 993 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1983 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 993 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 1995 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Accord | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 993 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
