1988 Dodge 600 vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1988 Dodge 600 and 1988 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge 600 (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge 600 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge 600. (159 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge 600 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | 600 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
