2006 Honda Accord vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (188 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 178 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 968 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 92 L |
