2009 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 181 kg more than 2009 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Civic | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |