The engine is a traditional diesel engine with all the advantages and disadvantages. 1,7-liter unit develops power only 57 MILES, which does not seem to be much of a potential, for a mid-range car weighing over a ton. This is confirmed by a slow acceleration (one hundred kilometers per hour the car reaches after 20 s), and a small one, because it is only 152 km / h maximum speed. However, it must be honestly said: slow-sucking diesel is what you choose, for which every penny counts, not you, who are in a hurry. Anyway, long journeys, for which the Vectra diesel is made, they rarely require faster driving. Another disadvantage of the engine is its excessive noise. Currently produced cars with diesel engines do not attack with decibels like Vectra. However old, a worn-out diesel is not without advantages. After all, it is the most economical drive unit in the entire offer of this model. In conditions of mixed road-city driving, it is difficult to exceed 7,5 liter of 100 km, on the other hand, long routes reduce consumption by up to 5 liters. Engine 1700 it was still used in the Kadettas, where it also worked well. Its unquestionable advantage is its low failure rate. Fixtures are usually affected by faults, not the engine itself. Ignition problems may be caused by loosening of the ground cable. The cause of undercharging the battery is usually a defective alternator. In addition, in almost every copy you can encounter problems with the exhaust system. It often loses its tightness, and its mounts fail too quickly, causing numerous sound effects (the noise of exhaust gases and a knocking against the chassis).
A five-speed gearbox works with the engine. After a few years, problems may arise with the precision of gear selection. The long gradation is also annoying, especially fifth gear, worsening and not the best performance of the car.
Vectra ensures constant contact with the ground. In addition to the full dose of safety, it also offers a decent level of comfort. It is difficult to have reservations about the work of the suspension. It allows for confident cornering, even with a fully loaded car. Also the durability of its elements, outside the shock absorbers, not a problem. With rough treatment of the car on inferior surfaces, accelerated wear of the steering rod ends can be expected.
The used Vectra them is older, thus its attractiveness in relation to the competition grows. There is little emergency, drives well and consumes little fuel. However, you pay for it with poor performance and higher than average noise. The car is perfect for long holiday journeys.

Technical data: Diesel engine, 4-cyl., row., located crosswise at the front. OHC. Two valves per cylinder. Rotary injection pump. Capacity. jump. 1700 ccm, average. Cyl. x jump 82,5 x 79,5 Mm. Power. 42 kW (57 MILES) by 4600 obr./min. Max. mom. giant. 105 Nm at 2400 obr./min. 5-speed gearbox, front-wheel drive. Independent front suspension, steering axle at the rear. Disc brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear. Tires 175/70 R 14. Fuel tank 611. Trunk 530 And. Weight incl. 1070 Kg. Ladys. 540 Kg. Max. braked trailer weight 700 Kg. Dimensions length / width / height. 4430/1700/1400 Mm.

Malfunctions:Body corrosion, damage to the alternator, wear of shock absorbers, a noisy exhaust system, drive belt cracks, loosening of the ground cable, damage to the ignition switch, squeaky seats and dashboard, unevenly operating handbrake.