1978 Honda Civic vs. 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco weights approximately 197 kg more than 1978 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, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |