1989 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 381 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |