1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 10 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 244 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 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Vectra | Baja |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
