2009 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 96 kg more than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1994 Maserati Ghibli 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 1994 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (189 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Civic | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
