2005 Honda Civic vs. 1982 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Opel Ascona weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona. 1982 Opel Ascona has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Opel Ascona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1982 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
