1994 Honda Civic vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 595 kg more than 1994 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Civic | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
