1992 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Opel Vectra. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 239 kg more than 1992 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Vectra. (281 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Vectra | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
