1998 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Porsche 964
To start off, 1998 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Porsche 964.
Because 1993 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 964 will offer significantly more control. 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 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 1993 Porsche 964 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 964 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |