1995 Opel Vectra vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Vectra weights approximately 280 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Opel Vectra (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Corolla. (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Vectra | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
