2007 Honda FR-V vs. 1998 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 262 kg more than 1998 Opel Vectra. 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, 2007 Honda FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda FR-V | 1998 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | FR-V | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1447 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
