2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400.
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 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
