1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser (256 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 653 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra. 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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 Toyota FJ Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2013 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
