1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
