1991 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 52 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 911 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4456 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1435 mm |
