The Opel Vectra 2.0 Dti with a Bailey Ranger 380 with an actual weight of 1058 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 more than sufficient. And also the weight of the Bailey with a User Payload (190 kg in the caravan and 200 kg in the car including passengers), is very good.
Flat roads
Towing Performance
191
131
Mountains
Risk of snaking
195
214
Weight ratio: 64% (72% of kerbweight)
1058 kg
1665 kg
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Opel Vectra 2.0 Dti Bailey Ranger 380
Actual Weights
Bailey Ranger 380: 1058 kg.
Opel Vectra 2.0 Dti: 1665 kg.
Noseweight: 65 kg.
Actual weight ratio: 64%.
Performance
The engine's performance is generally fairly good on flat roads (performance score to compare 191 points).
Speeds of 68 mph (109 km/h) to 74 mph (119 km/h) are often quite possible.
There is only moderate power at low engine speeds (score to compare 131 points).
Slightly higher revs (2000 rpm) may be necessary under normal conditions on flat roads.
Acceleration from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) is theoretically possible in 22.5 sec.
In the mountains the performance is generally fairly good (score to compare 195 points).
No problems are to be expected on steep mountain roads. Hill starts are possible on steep slopes up to 14%, but do require some experience from the driver.
On motorway inclines the speed drops despite high revs.
A speed of 58 mph (94 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).
The car is too heavily loaded.
Weight ratio between the laden caravan and the loaded car is 64%. Common in the UK: the weight ratio between the laden caravan and the kerbweight of the car is 72%.
The chance of snaking is small even at higher speeds.
Recommended noseweight is 65 kg.
Stability and safety score to compare is 214 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 more than sufficient.
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.