1994 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Porsche 965
To start off, 1994 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 965 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1994 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 965 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 965. 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, 1993 Porsche 965 (530 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Accord | 1993 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 965 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
