1984 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 25 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1984 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, 2009 Opel Insignia (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1856 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2737 mm |
