1992 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Porsche 911 (444 HP) has 354 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Porsche 911 weights approximately 154 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1996 Porsche 911 (584 Nm) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
