1999 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Ascona weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Civic (152 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
