2009 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Porsche 914
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1973 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 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 (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 914. (137 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1973 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 914 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
