1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1998 TVR Cerbera is newer by 10 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 5 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.
Because 1998 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Opel | TVR |
| Model | Vectra | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 347 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
