2007 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 243 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 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 | 1992 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1260 mm |
