1990 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 15 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 264 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Jetta |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |