1971 Land Rover Serie II vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Land Rover Serie II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Land Rover Serie II would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (252 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 2006 Opel Vectra (355 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Land Rover Serie II | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Land Rover | Opel |
| Model | Serie II | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
