1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 1996 Opel Vectra and 1996 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Renault Twingo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 414 kg more than 1996 Renault Twingo. 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 (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Twingo. (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Twingo |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 230 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |