1975 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (172 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1975 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (235 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Sharan |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2840 mm |