1991 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1991 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Porsche 993 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 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, 1998 Porsche 993 (542 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 993 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2449 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 76.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |