2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. Both 2004 Opel Vectra and 1995 Rover 200 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
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, 1995 Rover 200 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
