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Opel Vectra A 1.7 D (57 Hp)
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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 Overview:
Opel Vectra (A). With 105 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1080 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 20 s). The top speed reaches 152 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.
The Opel Vectra A was produced before Euro NCAP crash tests began in 1997, so it does not have an official rating. Safety features are basic by modern standards.
1.7 D (57 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Extremely sluggish, suitable only for very relaxed driving and city commutes where speed is not a priority.
Fuel Economy
Excellent fuel economy for its time, making it a very cheap car to run over long distances.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engine options, from economical diesels to powerful 16V petrols
- • Practical interior and generous boot space for a family car
- • Generally good handling and comfortable ride for its class
- • Available with 4x4 drivetrain for enhanced traction
- • GSI models offered strong performance for enthusiasts
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • Prone to rust, especially on older, less well-maintained examples
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap and utilitarian in lower trims
- • Entry-level engines are quite basic and lack power
- • Older automatic transmissions can be sluggish and less efficient
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C CC (facelift 2005): November, 2006 - August, 2008).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Vectra |
| Generation: | A |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.7 D (57 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 1988 |
| End of production: | March, 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 57 Hp @ 4600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 33.5 Hp/l [179mm less] |
| Torque: | 105 Nm @ 2400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 17D More details about the engine 17D |
| Engine displacement: | 1700 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.75 l |
| Coolant: | 9.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 23:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 20 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 20 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 152 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 18.9 kg/Hp, 52.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 10.3 kg/Nm, 97.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 19 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1080 |
| Max. weight: | 1610 |
| Max load: | 530 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 840 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 530 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4432 mm mm [179mm 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 |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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