2000 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 52 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Opel Astra (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1995 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |