2000 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2000 Honda Accord is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2000 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Accord weights approximately 10 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
Because 1983 Porsche 930 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 1983 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1983 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Accord. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Accord | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 930 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |