2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 13 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 283 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Aveo | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
