1986 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2360 mm |
