1996 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Porsche 968 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 1991 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 968 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |