1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1992 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1992 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Vectra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Opel Vectra.
Because 1992 Opel Vectra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (386 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Vectra. (281 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1992 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5040 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2670 mm |
