1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1164 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Opel | Nissan |
Model | Vectra | Titan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1946 mm |