1995 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2004 Opel Vectra

To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 375 kg more than 1995 Italdesign Nazca.

Because 1995 Italdesign Nazca 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 1995 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1995 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Italdesign Nazca 2004 Opel Vectra
Make Italdesign Opel
Model Nazca Vectra
Year Released 1995 2004
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4987 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 346 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 470 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 297 km/hour 230 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2740 mm


 

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