2002 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 76 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Ascona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1014 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |