1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 490 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Opel Vectra (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Opel | Seat |
| Model | Vectra | 124 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
