1985 Honda Accord vs. 1989 Porsche 928
To start off, 1989 Porsche 928 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Porsche 928 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1985 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Porsche 928 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 1989 Porsche 928. 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, 1989 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Accord | 1989 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 928 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
