1986 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 27 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 458 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Honda Civic | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1786 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2578 mm |