1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 1 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 114 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 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 ix20 | |
| Make | Opel | Hyundai |
| Model | Vectra | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
