1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 249 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Camaro | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
