1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 16 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 655 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Vectra | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Previa |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |