1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 928 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 1993 Porsche 928. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 928 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Porsche | Honda |
Model | 928 | Civic |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 30 L |