2005 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 43 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (133 Nm). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
