2002 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 914 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 1973 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 1973 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 914 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
