1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 928 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 1993 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 928 | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | 928 | Accord |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |