1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica 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 7 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 156 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Celica 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 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica. 1981 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Celica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |