2000 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 185 kg more than 2000 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, 1996 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |