1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2000 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2000 Toyota Mark II is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Mark II (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 354 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota Mark II 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 2000 Toyota Mark II. 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, 2000 Toyota Mark II (378 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2000 Toyota Mark II 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. 2000 Toyota Mark II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2000 Toyota Mark II | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Mark II |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
