1991 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 88 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2360 mm |
