2002 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 76 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 87 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924.
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, 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 924 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
