2007 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Porsche 968
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 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 968 (241 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 968 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 968. 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, 1992 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 968 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 968 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 968 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2990 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 74 L |
