1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 53 kg more than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1988 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |
