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Opel Vectra B 1.6i (75 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
B Overview:
Opel Vectra (B). With 128 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1170 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 15.5 s). The top speed reaches 175 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 Vectra B received a 2-star Euro NCAP rating in 1997, indicating a basic level of adult occupant protection for its time, with areas for improvement in frontal and side impact safety.
1.6i (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very basic performance, struggles with acceleration and highway speeds, best suited for relaxed driving.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable fuel economy for a petrol engine of its era, but not outstanding.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious interior and large boot capacity
- • Comfortable and compliant ride quality
- • Wide range of engine options to suit different needs
- • Good value on the used car market
- • Generally robust build quality for its era
Cons:
- • Some engines (e.g., 1.6i 8V) lack power and refinement
- • Prone to rust, especially in wheel arches and sills
- • Interior plastics can feel dated and scratch-prone
- • Handling is competent but not particularly engaging or sporty
- • Early models suffered from some electrical gremlins
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(A CC: October, 1988 - June, 1989).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Vectra |
| Generation: | B |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 1995 |
| End of production: | November, 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.9 Hp/l [143mm more] |
| Torque: | 128 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | X16SZR More details about the engine X16SZR |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Single-point injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.25 l |
| Coolant: | 6.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 10.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 15.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 15.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.6 kg/Hp, 64.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.1 kg/Nm, 109.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1170 |
| Max. weight: | 1700 |
| Max load: | 530 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 790 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 500 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4495 mm mm [143mm more] |
| Width: | 1707 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1425 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2637 mm mm [37mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1841 mm |
| Front track: | 1484 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1487 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 140 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/65 R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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