1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 14 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 281 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.
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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Vectra | i30 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
