2003 Honda Mobilio vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 15 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Mobilio | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Mobilio | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
