1985 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1985 Honda Accord. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche 911 weights approximately 490 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 1999 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Accord. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Honda Accord | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1829 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |