1981 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 165 kg more than 1981 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, 1989 Vauxhall Astra (103 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 1989 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2530 mm |
