2003 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 2,169 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Vectra (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1996 Opel Corsa. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 580 kg more than 1996 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Corsa. (83 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Vectra | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Opel | Opel |
| Model | Vectra | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2169 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
