1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 412 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. 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 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
