2009 Honda Accord vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 204 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 1970 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1970 Porsche 914 has manual transmission. 1970 Porsche 914 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 914 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
