2005 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 295 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1686 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 | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |