1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Because 2006 Toyota MR2 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 2006 Toyota MR2. 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 (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
