1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 156 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1988 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1700 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 151 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
