1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 13 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 769 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 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2001 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Vectra | 2001 Toyota Bandeirante | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Bandeirante |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3661 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2290 mm |