1994 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 18 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), 2012 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1994 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 261 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, 2012 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Honda Civic | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| 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 | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
