1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
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, 2007 Opel Vectra (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Telstar | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Ford | Opel |
Model | Telstar | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |