1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1994 Porsche 968 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 968 weights approximately 55 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 1994 Porsche 968 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 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Opel | Porsche |
| Model | Vectra | 968 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
