1998 Honda Legend 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 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra. 1998 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2003 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 2003 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Legend | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Legend | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
