1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Vivaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 347 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Opel | Opel |
Model | Vectra | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |