 | Opel Vectra 1.8 16v
Compass Corona 362 |  |
 Performance | |  Weight |
The Opel Vectra 1.8 16v with a Compass Corona 362 with an actual weight of 1206 kg is in general a good match and suitable for all journeys on all kinds of roads.
The motor preformance of the Opel is in general sufficient. And also the weight of the Compass with a normally distributed User Payload (200 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is not too heavy, if the caravan is well loaded.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
185
101
Mountains
Risk of snaking
179
159
Weight ratio: 77% (88% of kerbweight)
1206 kg
1575 kg
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| Opel Vectra 1.8 16v
Compass Corona 362 | |
Actual Weights
- Compass Corona 362: 1206 kg.
- Opel Vectra 1.8 16v: 1575 kg.
- Noseweight: 70 kg.
- Actual weight ratio: 77%.
Performance
- The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 185 points).
- Speeds of 66 mph (107 km/h) to 73 mph (117 km/h) are often quite possible.
- There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 101 points).
- Slightly higher revs (2900 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
- Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 23.2 sec.
- In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 179 points).
- No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 12%, but do require some experience from the driver.
- On motorway inclines higher revs (4700 rpm) are needed.
- A speed of 57 mph (92 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
- The towing limit of the Opel is sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
- If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
- The caravan is too heavily loaded.
- Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 77%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 88%.
- There is a small chance of snaking at higher speeds, strong side winds and thoughtless driving. Even if the combination normally feels stable, the forces by deflection side to side are great at high speed. For drivers with knowledge of, and experience in driving a caravan it is safe to drive, but proper and careful loading is still important! An electronic stability system in the car and / or on the caravan is worth considering.
- Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
- Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
- Stability and safety score to compare is 159 points.
If the caravan starts to snake you should reduce your speed and slow down directly! Lift your feet off the accelerator and brake gradually. Hold the steering wheel into a fixed position.
Conclusion
- Performance is sufficient.
- If the caravan is well loaded safe driving is possible.
- It's a perfect match!
Influence of User Payload on stability
Weight distribution and noseweight are vital in obtaining a stable caravan.
Distribute the User Payload by yourself in the caravan and the car and then find out the stability rating of your loading configuration.
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