2002 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 83 kg more than 2002 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, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm). This means 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1344 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
