1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 670 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Festiva | Vectra |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2840 mm |