2003 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Accord weights approximately 387 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Porsche 912 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 1976 Porsche 912. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Accord | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 912 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |