1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 1998 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra. 1998 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daewoo | Opel |
| Model | Chairman | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
