1998 Opel Vectra vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Opel Vectra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Opel Vectra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Vectra weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina.
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, 1986 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Vectra. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Opel Vectra | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
