1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 12 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (113 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 5 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Mazda 5 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Opel | Mazda |
| Model | Vectra | 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |
