1999 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Opel Astra
To start off, 1999 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (74 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Opel Astra. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Astra weights approximately 161 kg more than 1999 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, 1994 Opel Astra (132 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 1994 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
