1988 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 8 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Opel Frontera (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Civic | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Frontera |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |