1988 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche 911 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (366 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
