1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 21 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 350 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 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
