1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Italdesign Nazca (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 125 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 Italdesign Nazca 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 Italdesign Nazca. 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Italdesign Nazca | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Italdesign | Opel |
Model | Nazca | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |