1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1986 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
