1996 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Combo
To start off, 2005 Opel Combo is newer by 9 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Combo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Opel Combo. (64 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Combo weights approximately 241 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, 2005 Opel Combo (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Combo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2005 Opel Combo | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Combo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |