1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 17 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Coupe (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 131 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Opel | Mini |
| Model | Vectra | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1378 mm |
