2004 Honda Civic vs. 1995 Opel Astra
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Astra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 23 kg more than 1995 Opel Astra.
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, 1995 Opel Astra (149 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1995 Opel Astra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Astra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |