1990 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1990 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 1990 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 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 67 L |
