2002 Oldsmobile Alero vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is newer by 14 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 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 250 kg more than 1988 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Alero (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Oldsmobile Alero | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Alero | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
