2008 Opel Vectra vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Opel Vectra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vectra weights approximately 580 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. 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, 2008 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (137 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2008 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Vectra | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Opel | Toyota |
| Model | Vectra | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
