1978 Lada 1600 vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 520 kg more than 1978 Lada 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Lada 1600 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 Lada 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lada 1600 | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lada | Opel |
| Model | 1600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 58 L |
