1996 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord.
Because 1981 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 1981 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Accord (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Accord | 1981 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
