1992 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Honda Civic. (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1992 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | T5 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |