1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 25 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 850 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 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX 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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Opel | Lexus |
| Model | Vectra | RX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2740 mm |
