2002 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Acura RL. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura RL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Opel | Acura |
| Model | Vectra | RL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
