1984 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 25 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2009 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | T5 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3010 mm |
