1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 15 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i20.
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, 2011 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Opel | Hyundai |
Model | Vectra | i20 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |