1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1969 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 395 kg more than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Toyota Sport 800 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 1969 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Opel Vectra (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Vectra | 1969 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |