1983 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 569 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Civic | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Passat |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |