1972 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 37 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |