2009 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 78 kg more than 2009 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, 1992 Volkswagen Golf (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1992 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Civic | Golf |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
