2004 Honda Civic vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 130 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, 2004 Honda Civic (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Ascona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |