1995 Ford Explorer vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 518 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Ford Explorer (332 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Explorer | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Explorer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
