1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 26 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Opel Vectra (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1059 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
