1983 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 22 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 410 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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Bora |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86.9 mm |
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 | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |