1991 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2006 Porsche Cayman is newer by 15 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 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (242 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2006 Porsche Cayman 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 2006 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2006 Porsche Cayman (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Accord | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | Cayman |
Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2449 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 273 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 258 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2420 mm |