1985 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (182 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 132 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Because 1985 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 1985 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord. 1985 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Porsche 928 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 928 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0 : 1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2725 mm |
