1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Mazda 2
To start off, 2011 Mazda 2 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 2. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 145 kg more than 2011 Mazda 2. 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 (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 2. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2011 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Vectra | 2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
