2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (124 HP @ 3250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 346 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
