1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 19 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Altea (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Altea weights approximately 326 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, 2007 Seat Altea (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2007 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | Altea |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
