1999 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 10 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Insignia.
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, 2009 Opel Insignia (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic. 2009 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Civic | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2737 mm |
