1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 24 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 (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 420 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 2012 Subaru Forester 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
