1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (351 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1989 Honda Accord. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 320 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 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord. 2007 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Accord | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 911 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1955 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 351 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
