1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1994 Ford Fairlane is newer by 6 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (205 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 460 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 1994 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 1994 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Fairlane | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Fairlane | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3983 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2520 mm |
