2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 557 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 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
