1968 Ford 12 M vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Because 1968 Ford 12 M 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 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (251 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 12 M | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | 12 M | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1182 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |
