1983 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 320 kg more than 1983 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 2003 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 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 | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2512 mm |