1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover P5B (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover P5B should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Rover P5B weights approximately 470 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.
Because 1972 Rover P5B 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 1972 Rover P5B. 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, 1972 Rover P5B (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Rover P5B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 1972 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | P5B |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |
