1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 3 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 521 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Venture | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Venture | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
