2005 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (188 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Porsche 944 weights approximately 133 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Porsche 944 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 1986 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 944 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
