1984 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 14 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 52 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Gol weights approximately 40 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Gol |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2480 mm |
