2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 21 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1565 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 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Land Rover | Opel |
Model | Defender | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |