2004 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Opel Vectra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Vectra (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 Toyota Carina. 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, 2004 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Vectra | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Vectra | Carina |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |