1977 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1977 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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 79 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 90 L |