1981 Nissan Stanza vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. Both 1981 Nissan Stanza and 1988 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
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, 1981 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Stanza | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Stanza | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2740 mm |
