1998 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 198 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Frogster |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |