1980 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 585 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Jetta |
Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |