2006 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Porsche 944.
Because 1988 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 1988 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1988 Porsche 944 has manual transmission. 1988 Porsche 944 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 944 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |