1990 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2010 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Cayenne (405 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1990 Honda Civic. (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1219 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 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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, 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 (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic. 2010 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2010 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2010 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 100 L |
