1985 Honda Accord vs. 1977 Porsche 930
To start off, 1985 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 930 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 1977 Porsche 930.
Because 1977 Porsche 930 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 1977 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1977 Porsche 930 (343 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1977 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 930 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
