2002 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Porsche 928

To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (240 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Porsche 928 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 1992 Porsche 928. 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (287 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 1992 Porsche 928
Make Honda Porsche
Model Accord 928
Year Released 2002 1992
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 5396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 287 Nm 500 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1356 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 86 L


 

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