1990 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, 2008 Opel Astra is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 477 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Opel Astra (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 7100 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Civic | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |