1976 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Gol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 321 kg more than 1976 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Civic | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Gol |
Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |