2006 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord.
Because 1990 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 1990 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
