2006 Opel Vectra vs. 1978 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Starlet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Toyota Starlet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 1978 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Starlet |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
