1995 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 142 kg more than 1995 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
