1983 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 24 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Transporter |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
