1987 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1987 Honda Civic. (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1987 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 561 kg more than 1987 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 Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Civic | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Passat |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2803 mm |
