The Opel Vectra 1.9 CDTi with a Bailey Pageant S6 Monarch with an actual weight of 1239 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 fairly good. And also the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (177 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
228
197
Mountains
Risk of snaking
262
191
Weight ratio: 68% (76% of kerbweight)
1239 kg
1823 kg
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Opel Vectra 1.9 CDTi Bailey Pageant S6 Monarch
Actual Weights
Bailey Pageant S6 Monarch: 1239 kg.
Opel Vectra 1.9 CDTi: 1823 kg.
Noseweight: 70 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 68%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally good on flat roads (performance score to compare 228 points).
Speeds of 74 mph (119 km/h) to 79 mph (128 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is sufficient power at low engine speeds (score to compare 197 points).
Slightly higher revs (1800 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 18 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally very good (score to compare 262 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 18%.
On motorway inclines higher revs (2700 rpm) are needed.
A speed of 65 mph (105 km/h) is usually possible on most motorway inclines.
Weight
The towing limit of the Opel is more than sufficient (check this in your vehicle documents).
If you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997, a B driving license is enough.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 68%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 76%.
The chance of snaking is relatively small at normal speed, if the caravan is well loaded.
Recommended noseweight is 70 kg.
Safe speed up to 62 mph (100 km/h).
Stability and safety score to compare is 191 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 fairly good.
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.