2001 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra.
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, 2001 Opel Vectra (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Vectra | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
