2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 12 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (73 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
