1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 253 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 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | V50 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
