1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2002 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2002 Toyota Celica is newer by 14 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Celica weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2002 Toyota Celica (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2002 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Celica |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
