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Opel Vectra A CC (facelift 1992) 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)
A CC (facelift 1992) Overview:
Opel Vectra (A CC (facelift 1992)). With 120 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1020 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14 s). The top speed reaches 176 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6i (75 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This entry-level engine offers very modest performance, struggling with anything beyond city driving or light loads.
Fuel Economy
Decent fuel economy for its size, making it one of the more affordable options to run.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Wide range of engines, including powerful options
- • Generally reliable and robust build quality
- • Spacious interior and practical hatchback body
- • Comfortable ride for long journeys
- • Good value on the used market
Cons:
- • Entry-level engines are underpowered
- • Some automatic transmissions can be sluggish
- • Interior design is dated by modern standards
- • Fuel economy can be high on performance models
- • Lacks modern safety features (due to age)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(C CC: April, 2003 - 2005).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Opel |
| Model: | Vectra |
| Generation: | A CC (facelift 1992) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i (75 Hp) |
| Start of production: | August, 1992 |
| End of production: | November, 1993 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 75 Hp @ 5200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 47 Hp/l [244mm less] |
| Torque: | 120 Nm @ 2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C16NZ More details about the engine C16NZ |
| Engine displacement: | 1597 |
| 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: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 5.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 176 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.6 kg/Hp, 73.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.6 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1020 |
| Max. weight: | 1550 |
| Max load: | 530 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1290 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4352 mm mm [244mm less] |
| Width: | 1706 mm mm [92mm less] |
| Height: | 1400 mm mm [60mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2600 mm mm [100mm less] |
| Front track: | 1420 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1423 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.] |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 175/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 14 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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