1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 4 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 250 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 1992 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Ford Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fairlane | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
