2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 11 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Silverado | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
