1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 652 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 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Vectra | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Opel | Volvo |
| Model | Vectra | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1713 mm |
