2006 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 10 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. Both 2006 Chevrolet Nubira and 1996 Opel Vectra are equipped with a 1,799 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 56 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.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Nubira | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Nubira | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1322 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
