1999 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daewoo Chairman should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Daewoo Chairman 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 1999 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1999 Daewoo Chairman (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra. 1999 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daewoo Chairman | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Daewoo | Opel |
Model | Chairman | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |