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. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Nubira (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (81 HP @ 4400 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 110 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 (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 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 | 1798 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
