2006 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Opel Ascona
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Opel Ascona. (57 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 508 kg more than 1980 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Ascona. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Ascona. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Ascona has manual transmission. 1980 Opel Ascona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1980 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Ascona |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
