1999 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 924 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Porsche 924. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 924 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |