2005 Ford Falcon vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Falcon (200 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Falcon weights approximately 236 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 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (151 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Falcon | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Falcon | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 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 | 1581 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
