2010 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2010 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A4 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Audi A4 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Audi | Opel |
| Model | A4 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4704 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1826 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2809 mm | 2650 mm |
