1972 Honda Civic vs. 1979 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 202 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Volkswagen Passat (95 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 1979 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Passat |
Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |