2001 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 1999 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Civic | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
