1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Opel Vectra (229 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
