1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1997 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1997 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 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. Both 1988 Opel Vectra and 1997 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Vectra weights approximately 160 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
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, 1997 Opel Vectra (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1997 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
