2005 Honda Civic vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra 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 27 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 165 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |