1984 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 705 kg more than 1984 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 61 L |
