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Opel Vectra A CC 1.8 S (88 Hp) Automatic
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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 CC Overview:
Opel Vectra (A CC). With 143 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. 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.
1.8 S (88 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate power for daily driving, but the automatic gearbox dulls acceleration significantly.
Fuel Economy
Higher fuel consumption due to the automatic transmission, less efficient than manual counterparts.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and practical interior for families
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys
- • Wide range of engine options to suit different needs
- • Generally robust and reliable mechanics (for its era)
- • Good value on the used market, with readily available parts
Cons:
- • Styling is dated by modern standards
- • Some lower-powered engines lack refinement and performance
- • Susceptible to rust, particularly on older models
- • Not particularly dynamic or engaging to drive (except top-tier GT/16V models)
- • Automatic transmissions can be sluggish and impact fuel economy
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 CC |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 S (88 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | October, 1988 |
| End of production: | June, 1989 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 88 Hp @ 5400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 49 Hp/l [259mm less] |
| Torque: | 143 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | E18NVR More details about the engine E18NVR |
| Engine displacement: | 1796 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4 l |
| Coolant: | 6.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.8 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.4 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 176 km/h |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1290 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 460 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4352 mm mm [259mm 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 |
| 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 | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
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