2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 17 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 483 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 2005 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Charger | Vectra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 81.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |