1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2010 Land Rover LR3 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Because 2010 Land Rover LR3 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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 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, 2010 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Opel Vectra | 2010 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Opel | Land Rover |
Model | Vectra | LR3 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |