1988 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1995 Volkswagen Golf (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1995 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
