2002 Honda City vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 324 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda City | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | City | Vectra |
Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |