1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1992 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1992 Opel Vectra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Opel Vectra. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 15 kg more than 1992 Opel Vectra. 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Vectra. (281 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1992 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Avanti | Opel |
| Model | Avanti | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
