1994 Porsche 993 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 993 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Porsche | Honda |
| Model | 993 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2620 mm |
