1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 63 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
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 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Opel | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vectra | T5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
