1994 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 365 kg more than 1994 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 1994 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1994 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
