2004 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Porsche 930 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 1979 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (431 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 930 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 431 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |