2007 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 16 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 90 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 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 105 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Civic | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1260 mm |