1990 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | Civic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.2 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
