2009 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 18 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, 2009 Honda Civic (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Civic | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
