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Opel Vectra B Caravan 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 Caravan Overview:
Opel Vectra (B Caravan). With 128 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~10.7 l/100km). Weighing only 1255 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17 s). The top speed reaches 167 km/h. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6i (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The weakest engine in the lineup, offering very poor acceleration and struggling with a loaded car or highway speeds.
Fuel Economy
Achieves the best petrol fuel economy, but the significant compromise in performance makes it a budget-only option.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior with a large boot capacity
- • Comfortable ride quality, well-suited for long journeys
- • Good value on the used car market
- • Wide range of engine options to suit different needs
- • Generally robust mechanicals for its era
Cons:
- • Interior design is dated by modern standards
- • Some engines can feel underpowered, especially with automatic transmissions
- • Susceptible to rust, particularly around wheel arches and sills
- • Safety rating is average compared to contemporary vehicles
- • Refinement levels are not on par with premium rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(B CC: October, 1995 - November, 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Vectra |
| Generation: | B Caravan |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 1996 |
| End of production: | November, 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.9 Hp/l [5mm less] |
| 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: | Multi-port manifold 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: | 10.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 2 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 167 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 16.7 kg/Hp, 59.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.8 kg/Nm, 102 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1255 |
| Max. weight: | 1850 |
| Max load: | 595 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1490 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4490 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Width: | 1707 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1490 mm mm [65mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2637 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 1841 mm |
| Front track: | 1484 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1473 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 160 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 | 195/65R15 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 15 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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