1990 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1990 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Civic weights approximately 51 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 1990 Honda Civic (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Civic | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
