1991 Porsche 964 vs. 1981 Honda Accord
To start off, 1991 Porsche 964 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 964 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 964 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, 1991 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord. 1981 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1991 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1991 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 964 | 1981 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 964 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
