1999 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1999 Audi A4 and 1999 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Audi A4.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
