1994 Porsche 911 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 911 weights approximately 45 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 1994 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 911 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 911 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
