1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (54 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 518 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 204 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 64 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
