2005 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Vectra weights approximately 89 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 (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Opel Vectra. (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1997 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1185 kg |
