1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. Both 1992 Ford Fiesta and 2003 Vauxhall Vectra are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Fiesta | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
