1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1976 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 316 kg more than 1976 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Carina 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 1976 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 1976 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Carina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |