1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Renault Logan
To start off, 2011 Renault Logan 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, 2011 Renault Logan (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Renault Logan.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Logan. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2011 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Logan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
