2004 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 350 kg more than 1983 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 (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 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 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Ascona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |