2001 Opel Vectra vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 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 2012 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Vectra | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
