2007 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 21 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 50 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 122 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 944. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 944 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |