1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 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 131 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 63 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.

Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra. 2004 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Avanti Avanti 2004 Opel Vectra
Make Avanti Opel
Model Avanti Vectra
Year Released 1965 2004
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 18.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 220 km/hour 206 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1523 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 61 L


 

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