1990 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 16 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. (130 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 311 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will offer significantly more control. 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 Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
