1992 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1992 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 171 kg more than 1992 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Accord. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Accord | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |