2008 Honda Stream vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 12 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 124 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 (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Stream | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Stream | Vectra |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |