1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon 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. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 11 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 1997 Plymouth Neon has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Plymouth Neon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Opel | Plymouth |
| Model | Vectra | Neon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
