1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |
