1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 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, 2007 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Ford Maverick. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Maverick | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
