2000 Holden Vectra vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Holden Vectra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Vectra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Holden Vectra | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
