2004 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 313 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 1992 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 1992 Porsche 911. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1157 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |