1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
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 Mazda Premacy (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Vectra | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
