1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 22 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sportage weights approximately 400 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 2010 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
