2008 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Porsche 964
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 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 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2008 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1992 Porsche 964 has manual transmission. 1992 Porsche 964 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1992 Porsche 964 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 964 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
