2005 Audi S4 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 559 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | S4 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1223 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
