1991 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1991 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,449 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 290 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Honda Accord (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 912 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2449 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2220 mm |