1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 117 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Prius |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1491 mm |
