1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2001 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 5 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.

Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. 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 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Opel Vectra 2001 Toyota Condor
Make Opel Toyota
Model Vectra Condor
Year Released 1996 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1799 cc 1812 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 88 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 1360 kg


 

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