1994 Fiat Tempra vs. 2004 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Tempra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Tempra would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Fiat Tempra. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Tempra | 2004 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Fiat | Opel |
| Model | Tempra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
