1976 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Honda Civic | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 1976 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |