1996 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1996 Opel Astra and 1996 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 73 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. 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 (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Astra | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Astra | Vectra |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1223 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |