1983 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 27 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1570 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (749 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 655 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 2010 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 749 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1694 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 100 L |