1988 Honda Civic vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1991 Opel Astra (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
