1999 Opel Vectra vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. 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 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2370 mm |
