2007 Opel Vectra vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 2007 Opel Vectra is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vectra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 198 kg more than 1986 Saab 9000.
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 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Saab 9000. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vectra | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Opel | Saab |
| Model | Vectra | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1503 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
