1988 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 25 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 1,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 655 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Jetta |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2651 mm |