1999 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 6 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 45 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, 2005 Opel Astra (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |