2007 Honda Accord vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 143 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Accord | 928 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 274 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 | 1418 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |