2004 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 299 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 1995 Porsche 993 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 1995 Porsche 993. 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 993 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |