1990 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,370 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. (76 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 614 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle (164 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 1993 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2370 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1640 kg |