1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 84 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Opel | Mazda |
Model | Vectra | Premacy |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1840 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 | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |