2009 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 272 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1982 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
