2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |
