1992 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 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), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 404 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 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic. 2001 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Civic | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| 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 | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
