1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 79 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 1988 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
