1983 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 25 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 304 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, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Polo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
