1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 77 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Porsche 928 2010 Honda Accord
Make Porsche Honda
Model 928 Accord
Year Released 1990 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4664 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 306 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4300 RPM
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 1453 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 70 L


 

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