1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 354 kg more than 1976 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Toyota Celica. (152 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
