1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 379 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
