2009 Honda Civic vs. 1992 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Vectra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Vectra weights approximately 311 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Opel Vectra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra 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, 1992 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1992 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |