1992 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2001 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Cadillac Brougham is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Cadillac Brougham. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Cadillac Brougham 2001 Opel Vectra
Make Cadillac Opel
Model Brougham Vectra
Year Released 1992 2001
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 185 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1940 kg 1315 kg
Vehicle Length 5620 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2650 mm