2008 Opel Vectra vs. 1986 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Opel Vectra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Toyota Celica.
Because 1986 Toyota Celica 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 1986 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1986 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 1986 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |
