1994 Honda Accord vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Accord (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 944. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 1985 Porsche 944. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Porsche 944 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 1985 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Honda Accord (198 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 944. (195 Nm). This means 1994 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 944 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 195 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |