2002 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 40 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Vectra | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Prius |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
