1994 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (121 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 500 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.
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, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |