2008 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Porsche 928
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 928 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Porsche 928 (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1994 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 928 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4664 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
