1967 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 196 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | Variant | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
