2006 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Vectra (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 270 kg more than 1992 Opel Vectra.
Because 1992 Opel Vectra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Vectra will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Opel Vectra (281 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1992 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Ford | Opel |
| Model | Focus | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 75 L |
