1978 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1995 Opel Vectra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Vectra weights approximately 55 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Mustang | 1995 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Mustang | Vectra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |