1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 94 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Because 1985 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru 1.8 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, 1985 Subaru 1.8 (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
