1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 12 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Vectra | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
