2009 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (123 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Porsche 924 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 1975 Porsche 924 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 1975 Porsche 924. 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 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Accord | 924 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 192 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 | 1129 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
