2005 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet (165 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1996 Volkswagen Cabriolet | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
