Opel Vectra A (facelift 1992) 2.0i (115 Hp)


Overall Rating

7.7 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 4.2 / 5
Value 4.0 / 5
Performance 3.7 / 5
Comfort 3.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

Opel Vectra:

The Opel Vectra is a mid-size car that was engineered and produced by the German automaker Opel from 1988 until 2010. Available in saloon, hatchback and estate body styles, the Vectra was also sold by the Vauxhall marque in the United Kingdom as the Vauxhall Cavalier from 1988 to 1995 and then as the Vauxhall Vectra from 1995 to 2008, and it was also sold by Holden in Australia as the Holden Vectra, by Chevrolet in Latin America as the Chevrolet Vectra....(Read more on Wikipedia)

A (facelift 1992) Overview:

Opel Vectra (A (facelift 1992)). With 170 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.3 l/100km). Weighing only 1130 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.5 s). The top speed reaches 210 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

2.0i (115 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

A well-balanced engine offering adequate power for most driving situations, a good blend of performance and everyday usability.

Fuel Economy

Reasonable fuel consumption for a 2.0-liter petrol engine of its time, making it a practical choice for mixed driving.

Best Use Case: General daily driving, mixed city/highway use.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Wide range of engines from economical to high-performance
  • • Good ride comfort for its class
  • • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
  • • Robust and generally reliable mechanics
  • • Iconic performance variants (C20XE, C20LET) are highly sought after

Cons:

  • • Dated interior design and features by modern standards
  • • Safety features are basic compared to newer cars
  • • Rust can be a significant issue on older, unmaintained models
  • • Some automatic transmissions can be sluggish and less efficient
  • • Lack of modern amenities and connectivity technology

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C CC: April, 2003 - 2005).

General:
Brand:Opel
Model:Vectra
Generation:A (facelift 1992)
Modification (Engine):2.0i (115 Hp)
Start of production:August, 1992
End of production:July, 1995
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Sedan
Seats:5
Doors:4
Engine:
Power:115 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:57.6 Hp/l [164mm less]
Torque:170 Nm @ 2600 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:C20NE More details about the engine C20NE
Engine displacement:1998
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:OHC
Engine oil capacity:4 l
Coolant:7.2 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:86 mm mm
Piston Stroke:86 mm mm
Compression ratio:9.2:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:10.3 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.6 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:7.1 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:10.5 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:10.5 sec
Maximum speed:210 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:9.8 kg/Hp, 101.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.6 kg/Nm, 150.4 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:10 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:1130
Max. weight:1645
Max load:515
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:840 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:450 l
Fuel tank capacity:61 l
Size:
Length:4432 mm mm [164mm less]
Width:1706 mm mm [92mm less]
Height:1400 mm mm [60mm less]
Wheelbase:2600 mm mm [100mm less]
Front track:1437 mm
Rear (Back) track:1432 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):12 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeManual
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc [above average]
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size195/60 R14
Wheel rims size5.5J x 14
Front suspensionIndependent type McPherson
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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