1986 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 18 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 295 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Bora |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |