1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
Because 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Combo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Toyota | Opel |
| Model | Hi-Ace | Combo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
