1998 Ford Libre vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Ford Libre is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 40 more horse power than 1998 Ford Libre. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Libre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Libre weights approximately 32 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Libre. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Libre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Libre | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Libre | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1266 kg |
