1998 Nissan Sentra vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Nissan Sentra.
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 (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sentra. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Sentra | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | Sentra | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
