1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 129 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Vectra | 2 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1475 mm |
