1984 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Honda Civic (101 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 250 kg more than 1984 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, 1984 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Civic | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |