2003 Nissan Pickup vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pickup (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 420 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.
Because 2003 Nissan Pickup is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pickup 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, 2003 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pickup | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Pickup | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
