1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 406 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | iQ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
