1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Opel Vectra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
