2002 Honda Civic vs. 1978 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Porsche 911.
Because 1978 Porsche 911 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 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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 911 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1978 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |