1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 819 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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 2012 Toyota Sienna 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
