2007 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 45 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1988 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1337 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |