1995 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Venturi Coupe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1995 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Opel Vectra weights approximately 15 kg more than 1996 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1996 Venturi Coupe 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 1996 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1996 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Opel Vectra | 1996 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Opel | Venturi |
Model | Vectra | Coupe |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |