2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 806. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 806. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 806 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
