1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Laputa. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | Laputa | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
