1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 2 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 481 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 (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager. (227 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2428 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
