1996 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Opel Combo
To start off, 2004 Opel Combo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Combo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Honda Civic (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Combo. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2004 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Combo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
