1982 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Ford Taunus. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 559 kg more than 1982 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Taunus 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 1982 Ford Taunus. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Taunus. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Taunus | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Taunus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
