1988 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 668 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Sharan |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |