2002 Opel Vectra vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 320 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
