1983 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Porsche 911 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 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
