1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Opel |
| Model | Urraco | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
