1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 12 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 210 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 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Vectra | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Vectra | Salsa |
Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |