1979 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 1999 Porsche Boxster is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche Boxster (217 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 465 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Porsche Boxster 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 1999 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Honda Civic, 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (266 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 1999 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
