1986 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 306 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2410 mm |
