1991 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 22 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (176 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 815 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (230 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2449 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2895 mm |
