2006 Honda Accord vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Porsche 930 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Porsche 930. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1984 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1984 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 930 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
