1995 Opel Vectra vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Vectra (99 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Avensis. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 Opel Vectra.
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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Vectra. (149 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Opel Vectra | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2640 mm |
