1998 Ford Cougar vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Ford Cougar is newer by 10 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Cougar weights approximately 414 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.
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, 1998 Ford Cougar (221 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Cougar | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1419 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
