1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Honda Civic

To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 17 kg more than 2012 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic. 2012 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Opel Vectra 2012 Honda Civic
Make Opel Honda
Model Vectra Civic
Year Released 1996 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1339 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 99 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 127 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1249 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1785 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm


 

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