1987 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2005 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,507 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (451 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1987 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche Cayenne (624 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2005 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2005 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 451 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 266 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |