1999 Holden Vectra vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Vectra | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Vectra | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
