2009 Hyundai Atos vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 672 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Atos | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Hyundai | Opel |
| Model | Atos | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 798 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
