2007 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1985 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
