1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 96 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3868 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
