1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 1996 Rover 400 is newer by 8 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 146 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.
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, 1996 Rover 400 (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Vectra | 1996 Rover 400 | |
Make | Opel | Rover |
Model | Vectra | 400 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |