1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 9 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2005 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | RunX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1178 kg |
