1973 Austin 1800 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin 1800 weights approximately 131 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Austin 1800. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Austin 1800 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 1800 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 75 L |
