1986 Honda Civic vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 20 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
