1990 Ford Probe vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Ford Probe. (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe. 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Probe | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Probe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2650 mm |
