2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Venture would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Venture. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 290 kg more than 1996 Toyota Venture. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture. 2005 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Venture has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Venture will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Vectra | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Venture |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
