1999 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 525 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (280 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
