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Opel Vectra 1.6

General information

ModelOpel Vectra 1.6
Year1988
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating54.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel mixed driving7.5 litres/100 km (31.36 miles per gallon)
Seats5
DriveFront wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, transverse
Displacement1598 ccm (97.51 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power82.7 PS (61 kW or 82 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque125.00 Nm (12.7 kgf-m or 92.2 ft.lbs) at 2600 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 79.5 mm (3.1 x 3.1 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed167.0 km/h (103.8 mph)
0-100 km/h (0-62 mph)12.5 seconds
0-60 miles11.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0810 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4250 litres (1,123 gallons)
Cargo space500 litres (132 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (444.9 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums
Brake detailsABS ABS ABS

Dimensions and weight

Weight1025 kg (2,259.7 pounds)
Overall length4440 mm (174.8 inches)
Overall width1710 mm (67.3 inches)
Overall height1400 mm (55.1 inches)
Wheelbase2740 mm (107.9 inches)
Fuel capacity60.0 litres (15.85 gallons)

Other specifications

CO2 emissions179.0 g/km
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