1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Opel Antara
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2007 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Antara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
