1997 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Porsche 924 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Porsche 924 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 1978 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1978 Porsche 924 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Civic | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 924 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1832 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |