2006 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Opel Astra
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (139 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (85 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 Opel Astra. 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 1998 Opel Astra. 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, 1998 Opel Astra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 1998 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
