1986 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,590 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 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 466 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 Polo (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Polo |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |