1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 742 kg more than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Innocenti Turbo De Tomaso | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Innocenti | Vauxhall |
| Model | Turbo De Tomaso | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3140 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2710 mm |
