1993 Honda Civic Del Sol vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol (102 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 213 kg more than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
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 (240 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Civic Del Sol | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic Del Sol | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
