1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 16 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vectra | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 16.3 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1756 mm |
