1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1996 Skoda Felicia 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Skoda Felicia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Skoda Felicia (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Skoda Felicia weights approximately 30 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 Skoda Felicia (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Skoda Felicia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Opel | Skoda |
| Model | Vectra | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
