2008 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 17 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 2008 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 247 kg more than 1991 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
