1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. Both 1999 Opel Vectra and 1998 Toyota Caldina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 108 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1998 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1999 Opel Vectra has manual transmission. 1999 Opel Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Vectra | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Caldina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |