1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (120 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | 88 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 120 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
