1998 Opel Vectra vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Rover P4 (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1998 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Rover P4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Vectra | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | P4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
