1980 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 460 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Opel Astra (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
