2008 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Volkswagen Vento
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Vento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Vento would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Vento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. (116 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 158 kg more than 1992 Volkswagen Vento. 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, 1992 Volkswagen Vento (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Vento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1992 Volkswagen Vento | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Vento |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1984 cc |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
