2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1974 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Sunbeam Chamois would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 898 kg more than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1974 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Opel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Vectra | Chamois |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2090 mm |
