2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (243 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 336 kg more than 2005 Lotus Exige.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotus Exige | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Lotus | Opel |
| Model | Exige | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
