2008 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 911 (232 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Porsche 911 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 1981 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1981 Porsche 911 (284 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1981 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3164 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
