1996 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2008 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,174 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Opel Vectra.
Because 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2008 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Toyota | Opel |
Model | Land Cruiser | Vectra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |