1979 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 789 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Civic | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Passat |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 108 Nm | 335 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |