2001 Honda Civic vs. 1985 Porsche 944
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 944 (221 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 944 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Porsche 944 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 1985 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1985 Porsche 944 (330 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1985 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Civic | 944 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
