1986 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 928 weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 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 1986 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Porsche 928 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 928 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4957 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
