2009 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 171 kg more than 2009 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, 1997 Volkswagen Golf (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Civic | Golf |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |