1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Citroen C8
To start off, 2010 Citroen C8 is newer by 11 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C8 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C8 weights approximately 250 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.
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, 2010 Citroen C8 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2010 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Opel | Citroen |
| Model | Vectra | C8 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
