1988 Porsche 928 vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 928 (307 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2013 Honda Accord. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 85 kg more than 1988 Porsche 928.
Because 1988 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 1988 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, 1988 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 928 | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 928 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
