1994 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |