1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1996 Opel Vectra and 1996 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 21 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 146 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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 (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 1996 Renault Megane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Megane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |