1999 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1999 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Accord (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Porsche 914. (108 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Honda Accord (265 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 914. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 914. 1999 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1972 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1972 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Accord | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 914 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
