2004 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2650 mm |